Cartier has expanded its innovative and luxurious Coussin de Cartier pliant design from watches to fine jewelry. Jeffrey Westbrook Like the cushion it’s named after, Coussin de Cartier can be soft and oh-so-supple. Developed over 2½ years using new technology and 3D printing, a distinctive design was unveiled in 2022 in the form of a … Read more
Shopping for a new luxury watch? Wind your way through the world’s ultimate travel destinations for browsing elite timepieces. We’ve rounded up a guide to the best new hotels in each region — along with the chic watches you’ll be inspired to buy while you’re there. FRANCE If you’re a Cartier, Chanel or Van Cleef … Read more
Patek Philippe Calatrava watch (right) in white gold, $30,750 at London Jewelers My first watch: An old Tissot that used to belong to my father, before he handed it on to me. As a kid, I used to buy old watches at yard sales; this was when battery-powered watches were in the ascendance, so you … Read more
As our clocks creep closer to holiday gifting time, we rounded up the best luxury watch trends of 2023 — whether you’re shopping for your love or for yourself. You can never go wrong with a deep dive into the blue, a color synonymous with truth and loyalty. If you’re ready for a clean start … Read more
From Ballon Bleu to the Tank, here are the captivating stories behind four of Cartier’s most celebrated timepieces. Ballon Bleu de Cartier Sleek and simple, Cartier’s Ballon Bleu goes with everything from black tie to casual. Princess Kate Middleton paired her steel model (a third-anniversary gift from husband Prince William) with skinny jeans and a … Read more
TICKTOCK, it’s Chanel o’clock: time to shine in one of the French luxury label’s newest creations for 2023, starring Coco Chanel herself. Available in black or white (both in highly resistant, glossy ceramic with a steel triple-folding buckle), the latest version of the iconic J12 watch features an illustration of the fashion icon dressed in … Read more
In the four years since its launch, the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet collection has become an integral pillar of the brand’s watch offerings. Featuring a substantial assortment of models — from time-only functions up to and including perpetual calendars and tourbillons — the range would seem to have it all. But until now, the … Read more
Rolex is considered a “one and done” timepiece by many — and for good reason. The iconic watchmaker’s Datejust, Submariner, Daytona, and other styles are timeless, contemporary heirlooms, often passed down through generations. But technically speaking, these ever-popular models are not considered dress watches. Why? Because dress watches are meant to be worn with a … Read more
When the Royal Oak first burst onto the scene 51 years ago at the annual Basel watchmaking fair, it was met with a mixture of awe and disbelief. The new timepiece was not only crafted of steel and fitted with an integrated steel bracelet — a first for a luxury brand — but it featured … Read more
Here was only one woman in the starting formation at the final Indy NXT race of the year at Laguna Seca in Monterey, Calif., last month: Jamie Chadwick. The 25-year-old British racer and new Rolex Testimonee is a standout in an undeniably male-dominated sport, and the first woman to compete full time in the Indy … Read more
The bubbly Brit will forever be known as Ginger Spice, one-fifth of the world’s best-selling, all-female music group, the Spice Girls. But there’s so much more to Geri Halliwell-Horner. She’s also a mom of three, an actor (recently playing Djimon Hounsou’s wife in the racing drama “Gran Turismo”), an activist and former UN Goodwill Ambassador … Read more
Almost a century ago, Charles London — founder of family-owned London Jewelers — was known for offering exceptional timepieces. This week, the venerable retailer is burnishing that reputation with its annual Watch Fair. Visitors will get to see, touch and try on luxurious watches from the world’s most exclusive manufacturers, all while enjoying London’s signature … Read more
Traditionally, the Calatrava line has been one of Patek Philippe’s more classically designed collections. Its elegant, clean dials — paired with gold or platinum cases — are the picture of refinement. But this year’s three new Calatrava 6007G references put the pedal to the (white gold) metal with their racy design: textured black dials and … Read more
In the rarefied world of haute horlogerie, a wristwatch’s movement is generally more highly prized than its case and dial design. The mechanics that are behind the face of a fine timepiece speak volumes about its quality and desirability. While self-winding mechanical watches for women have taken hold in recent years, it’s rare to find … Read more
You’re a Hall of Famer who played 15 years for the New York Giants, then capped your final season with a storybook Super Bowl championship. You’ve since evolved into a triumphant entrepreneur, with your own clothing lines and a talent management-production company (SMAC Entertainment), not to mention a major TV career, including co-hosting “Good Morning … Read more
Le Bernardin Chef/Co-owner Eric Ripert and Heritage Auctions Consignment Director Michael Schmidt talk timepieces. Patek Philippe Calatrava watch (above) in white gold, $30,750 My first watch: A Cartier Santos (above) from my mother when I was 14 or 15. The dial window is sapphire, with a stainless-steel and gold bracelet. Very simple, but a beautiful … Read more
When it debuted 20 years ago, the Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative was billed as the company’s intention to fill a void in arts philanthropy — to ensure that the world’s artistic heritage is passed on personally, in the irreplaceable, time-honored tradition of master and protégé. The debut of the first class of mentors … Read more
2022’s best watch trends: blue faces, fall feels, diamonds Photography by Jeffrey Westbrook; Prop Stylist: Alex Brannian Source link
It’s Chanel finesse, from that interlaced strap and evocative silhouette to its abiding chic. The Première watch, created in 1987 by artistic director Jacques Helleu, became an instantly recognizable icon of the house. Revisited in 2022 by Arnaud Chastaingt, director of the Watchmaking Creation Studio, it’s quite simply an ideal. The sleek octagonal dial and … Read more
From the Tank to the Ballon Bleu, Cartier has shaped the history of watchmaking. Here’s a look at the origin stories, celebrity fans and movie credits behind four of the house’s iconic timepieces. Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch in rose gold with diamonds and sapphire, $40,400Getty Images/iStockphoto With its sleek and assured shape, Cartier’s … Read more